Stroke Treatment in New Delhi
A stroke occurs when blood flow to part of the brain is interrupted, either by a blocked artery (ischaemic stroke) or a burst vessel (haemorrhagic stroke). Brain cells begin to die within minutes, making stroke one of the most time-critical medical emergencies.
Medically reviewed 2026-08-08 · Dr. Sudheer Pandey, DrNB Neurology
What is Stroke?
A stroke occurs when blood flow to part of the brain is interrupted, either by a blocked artery (ischaemic stroke) or a burst vessel (haemorrhagic stroke). Brain cells begin to die within minutes, making stroke one of the most time-critical medical emergencies.
Modern stroke care can dramatically reduce disability when treatment is given quickly. Beyond the acute phase, structured rehabilitation, control of risk factors and long-term medication greatly reduce the risk of further strokes and support recovery of speech, movement and independence.
What are the symptoms of Stroke?
Common symptoms include the features below. Patterns vary — a neurologist matches your history to the right diagnosis rather than treating a single symptom in isolation.
What causes Stroke?
Identifying the cause guides treatment. These are frequent contributors — your evaluation may reveal one factor or a combination.
High Blood Pressure
The single biggest modifiable risk factor for both stroke types.
Diabetes
Accelerates damage to brain blood vessels over time.
Atrial Fibrillation
An irregular heartbeat can shower clots to the brain.
High Cholesterol
Drives plaque build-up in the arteries that supply the brain.
Smoking
Doubles stroke risk and worsens recovery.
Previous Stroke or TIA
A mini-stroke is a major warning sign of a future event.
How does Dr. Sudheer treat Stroke?
Care is personalised after examination and targeted tests. The usual pathway has three stages:
Diagnosis
Urgent CT or MRI to distinguish ischaemic from haemorrhagic stroke, plus ECG, vessel imaging and blood tests to find the cause and guide acute therapy.
Treatment Plan
Thrombolysis or thrombectomy pathways when time windows allow; then antiplatelets or anticoagulation, statins, blood-pressure control and early speech, swallow and mobility rehabilitation.
Follow-up
Secondary prevention clinic reviews to adjust medicines, treat atrial fibrillation, support lifestyle change and track recovery milestones over the first year.
When should I seek urgent care for Stroke?
- • Any sudden weakness, speech or vision symptom — call emergency services immediately
- • Symptoms that resolve quickly (TIA) still need urgent assessment
- • Severe sudden headache with vomiting
- • Loss of consciousness
Frequently asked questions about Stroke
Direct answers patients ask before booking a neurology consultation.
Suffering from Stroke? Get expert help today.
Same-week appointments at MGS Super Speciality Hospital (Punjabi Bagh) and Shree Aggarsain International Hospital (Rohini).